The United Catholic Appeal is one of the clearest expressions of what it means to be one Church. Through our shared commitment, we Go Forth to bring Christ’s presence into every life, every home, and every corner of our archdiocese.

~ Archbishop Charles C. Thompson

Who is supported by the UCA? 

The United Catholic Appeal is a reflection of who we are as Church—faithful, compassionate, and united in Christ. Rooted in the mission of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, this annual effort provides essential support for ministries that form disciples, care for those in need, and strengthen Catholic life across central and southern Indiana.

Through the Appeal, we Go Forth together—funding vocations and Catholic education, supporting parish life, and extending Christ’s love to our neighbors, both Catholic and non-Catholic alike. It’s a powerful way we live out our call to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the world.

We invite you to be part of this mission. Watch the stories. See the impact. And join us in building a stronger, more vibrant Church—one act of generosity at a time.

Ministries supported by the United Catholic Appeal:

• Birthline
• Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary
• Black Catholic Ministry
• Butler Newman Center
• Catholic Charities Agencies & Programs
• Clergy Retirement and Benefits
• Deacon Formation
• Ecumenism
• Health Ministries
• Health Ministry for Divorce/Grief
• Hispanic Ministry
• Intercultural Ministry
• Intercultural Pastoral Institute
• Marriage and Family Enrichment
• Marriage Preparation
• Natural Family Planning
• Office of Catechesis
• Office of Catholic Charities
• Office of Catholic Schools
• Office of Clergy 
• Office of Human Life and Dignity
• Office of Marriage and Family Life
• Office of Pastoral Ministries
• Office of Vocations
• Office of Youth Ministry
• Project Rachel
• Special Needs Ministry
• Young Adult Ministry
• Youth Ministry Programs

Why it matters?

There are countless needs within our communities, and they don’t follow a season—they persist all year long. Families are seeking shelter, food, and clothing. Individuals are battling addiction. Children long for the opportunity to receive a Catholic education. Mothers need essential supplies for their babies. Mental health care is crucial and often out of reach. And many seniors need a safe, supportive place to go while their loved ones are at work. 

Thanks to the compassion and generosity of donors like you, Catholic Charities is able to respond to these needs with critical services across every area. As Christians, we are called to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world.

Ways to Give

Each donor has a preferred way in which they give. Some prefer to make a single, one-time gift today, others prefer to plan for a gift in the future, and some want to establish an ongoing contribution.

The best type of contribution is the one that meets your goals and objectives while supporting the needs of our vital ministries.

We invite you to explore the giving options below and choose the gift type that best fits your needs. You can also learn more about our giving societies, which recognize donors based on both the frequency and advanced giving amounts of their contributions.

Some donors also find tax advantages in making gifts of stock or IRA rollovers. Learn more below:

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Through our One Faith, One Family, One Future Capital Campaign, we are excited to renew our sanctuary space, ensuring it is a space that worships the Lord for years to come. This campaign is more than a building, it is about bringing our entire parish community together to ensure we can serve future generations.

Pledge HERE